Jeweler Part Of Reinvigorated Marketplace

Fred Meyer Jewelers, which recently opened its first store in Monroe County and its first within a Kroger Marketplace complex in Michigan, will mark its grand opening June 28.

The nation’s third largest jewelry retailer set up a 1,300-square-foot shop within the Kroger complex at 3462 W. Sterns Rd. The store also uses iPad technology, allowing customers to peruse more than 3,000 items, in addition to those stocked in the store. It also allows customers to view product videos, learn about selecting a diamond, and access customer reviews.

The Lambertville location is the company’s 49th nationally within a Kroger Marketplace location. The company has 11 stores in mall locations around Michigan.

“We’re delighted to offer Michigan shoppers quality jewelry at a great value, assisted by our highly knowledgeable staff,” said Peter Engel, president of the jewelry firm. “And now, they can enjoy the convenience of shopping in their neighborhood grocery store.”

Founded in 1973, Fred Meyer Jewelers operates approximately 325 jewelry stores in 30 states under the Fred Meyer Jewelers and Littman Jewelers brand names.

Fred Meyer Jewelers Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fred Meyer Stores Inc., which was acquired in 1999 by The Kroger Co.